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We took the bus to get here and the bus driver told us that this was the best fried seafood restaurant on the Island. It was 11:00 when we first drove past it and there was not a soul there. By 12:00 when we decided...More

The fried clams are exceptional (note $16 for a small size). Everything else is good.
There are two three picnic tables adjacent to the shack. Also a little shop next tour where you can browse while awaiting your order.
There is parking for only five...More

Although this place is famous for fried clams, we had a hankering for fish sandwiches. Fish was certainly fresh, but the browning iceberg lettuce was a disappointment. (Come on - with your reputation, you can do better than that!) Place has a nice "local" feel...More

We stopped at “The Bite” while in Menemsha and had a bite to eat. It was fast food served from an open door of a small cabin on the main drag. After placing your order and waiting to be called for pick up you start...More

The Bite has always historically been one of the highlights of our Vineyard visit as we rarely indulge in fried foods. But our visit this year was very disappointing. The fried oysters were not made to order and were tasteless. The Quahog chowder lacked the...More

i had been looking forward to visiting the bite since reading a piece about go to clam shacks. The chowder was outstanding! flavorful, big pieces of clams and just the right amount of potato. The clams were pretty disappointing. They were over fried and lacked...More

The Bite isn't cheap and you have to be up for abandoning your regular healthy lifestyle for fried food. But c'mon - you're on vacation. And you'll be thinking of these fried clams all winter, promise. Tips: only canned beverages are available from a vending...More